SFHCHS8 Insert and secure urethral catheters and monitor and respond to the effects of urethral catheterisation

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1 Insert and secure urethral catheters and monitor and respond to the effects of urethral catheterisation Overview This standard covers the insertion of urethral catheters, including recatheterisation, following agreed protocols and procedures. It also covers regular monitoring and care of the urethral catheter after insertion. It does not include suprapubic catheterisation. Users of this standard will need to ensure that practice reflects up to date information and policies. SFHCHS8 1

2 Performance criteria You must be able to: P1 apply standard precautions for infection control and take other appropriate health and safety measures P2 comply with the correct protocols and procedures relating to urinary catheterisation P3 insert the catheter safely and correctly, according to manufacturer's instructions and with minimal trauma to the individual P4 secure the catheter after insertion according to instructions and adjust it correctly P5 attach the catheter correctly to the appropriate drainage system, confirm it is functioning correctly and measure and record the amount of urine collected immediately after insertion P6 make the individual as comfortable as possible following the procedure P7 monitor the individual's condition, promptly recognise any adverse effects and take the appropriate action P8 seek assistance promptly from an appropriate person should it be required P9 record clearly, accurately, and correctly any relevant information in the necessary records P10 check that all catheterisation equipment and materials are functioning correctly and take appropriate action to remedy any problems P11 maintain cleanliness of the catheter and surrounding area through regular hygiene care P12 empty drainage bags and measure and record urinary output whenever necessary and as instructed by the professional involved P13 educate the individual as far as possible on the care of the catheter and attachments SFHCHS8 2

3 Knowledge and understanding You need to know and understand: K1 the current European and national legislation, national guidelines and local policies and protocols which affect your work practice in relation to carrying out urethral catheterisation K2 your responsibilities and accountability in relation to the current European and national legislation and local policies and protocols K3 the importance of working within your own sphere of competence when and seeking advice when faced with situations outside your sphere of competence K4 the importance of applying standard precautions and the potential consequences of poor practice K5 the conditions and constraints which might denote who undertakes this procedure and why K6 the anatomy of the male and/or female genito-urinary system K7 the physiology of the genito-urinary system K8 adapting communication to meet individual's needs K9 the effects of catheterisation on the individual's comfort and dignity, and ways of minimising any adverse effects K10 the ethical issues surrounding catheterisation, as applied to males and females K11 the need for chaperones, individual awareness and consent K12 potential adverse effects and appropriate actions K13 the importance of offering effective verbal and non-verbal support and reassurance to patients when you perform urethral catheterisation K14 the effective methods of providing verbal and non-verbal support and reassurance to patients K15 the types of catheters that can be used and why you should select the appropriate catheter K16 the local anaesthetic agents available K17 the importance of keeping accurate and up to date records K18 the importance of immediately reporting any issues which are outside your own sphere of competence without delay to the relevant member of staff SFHCHS8 3

4 Additional Information External Links This standard links with the following dimension within the NHS Knowledge and Skills Framework (October 2004): Dimension: HWB5 Provision of care to meet health and wellbeing needs SFHCHS8 4

5 Developed by Skills for Health Version number 1 Date approved June 2010 Indicative review date Validity Status Originating organisation Original URN Relevant occupations Suite Key words June 2012 Current Original Skills for Health CHS8 Health, Public Services and Care; Health and Social Care; Managers and Senior Officials; Associate Professionals and Technical Occupations; Health and Social Services Officers; Health Associate Professionals; Personal Service Occupations; Healthcare and Related Personal Services Clinical Health Skills Medication, Specimens, Treatment/therapy, Examination, Dialysis, Life Support SFHCHS8 5

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